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2WheelGuy · April 28th, 2010, 09:13 AM

Synthetic oil provides better lubrication than Dino but is it worth the extra money? The answer really depends on the engine and how it is used.

250 Ninjas have known oiling problems which can starve the engine of oil during heavy braking. The engines also commonly spin around 10,000 during freeway riding. I've seen many 250 engines fail because of poor oiling.

On the other end of the spectrum my Hayabusa has a great oiling system. I can ride the bike all day and never exceed 3500 RPM. I've never seen an unmodified 'Busa engine fail.

I would highly recommend running synthetic oil in a 250 Ninja. On a less stressed engine like the 'Busa the choice is yours. Dino should do just fine.

April 28th, 2010, 09:13 AM	#4
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